China Peak hosted U12-U16 Kellner SuperG Races last Friday through Monday. Bear Valley's Race Team put on a strong performance at the 4 day event. Beginning on Friday Feb 21, The U14-U16 boys swept podium with the 6 fastest times of the race. Nathan Peterson posted the fastest time and took first place in U16 with Max Balco placing second. Joey Trapasso took first place in U14 followed by Brendan Fry. In U18, Sebastian Barrios placed first and Crimson Eclarino coming in second. For the Ladies, Emma Shawkey was on the podium in 3rd place and Kenan Dragomanovich in 4th. |
Emma Shawkey | Sonja Arneborn |
On Saturday in U14, Emma Shawkey improved to take second place with Kenan again in 4th but just a tenth of a second off the podium. In U16, Annelise Howell, Sonja Arneborn and Valerie Moore took 4th, 5th and 6th respectively. For the Men, Crimson Eclarino place first and Sebastian Barrios second in U18. Joey Trapasso again placed first in U14 with Brendan Fry coming in second. In U16, Nathan Peterson took 3rd. |
Joey Trapasso | Sebastian Barrios |
The U12 racers swung into action on Sunday Feb 23. Our 4 U12 competitors included Sienna Notte and Maggie Roberts for the Ladies and Owen Taylor and Sebastian Arneborn for the Men. Sunday saw Sienna Notte take first place in U12 Ladies. On Monday, Sienna Notte rocketed into 1st place, besting not only the Ladies field by 4 seconds but eclipsed the Men field by 2 sconds. Owen Taylor and Sebastian Arneborn competed with the Men and finished mid-pack with solid performances |
Showing off the Hardware |
Congratulations to Coach Nick Shawkey on his Technical Delegate (TD) official role for the U12 races on Sunday and Monday. Since Nick was the only BV coach on Sunday and Monday at China Peak, BV's U14 Ladies stepped in to support and assist coaching their younger team mates.They did a great job. |
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Highway 4 Party Pack – Ends This Friday!
Time is running out to grab the Highway 4 Party Pack for $444! No blackout dates, shareable tickets, and valid all season long. Available online only through February 28, 2025.
Pass Holders Bring A Friend For Free – March 9th
Cali and Bear Valley pass holders can bring a friend for free on Sunday, March 9! Stop by Guest Services in person to redeem. Limit one free ticket per pass holder.
Snowboard Skills Clinic: Technical Progression
Looking to refine your riding? Join our Snowboard Skills Clinic on February 27th from 1:30 PM – 3:15 PM. Cost is $79 (day pass and rentals not included). Book your spot by calling 209-753-2301 x619 or emailing lessons@bearvalley.com.
Grizzly Update
Grizzly Bowl is open, but conditions are changing. Lift and terrain access may vary daily. Check the lifts & trails pagefor the latest updates and always respect closures for your safety.
Cali Pass Banked Slalom – March 8th
The Cali Pass Banked Slalom Tour stops at Bear Valley on March 8! Top finishers qualify for the championships at Dodge Ridge. Don’t miss the action!
Pathway to Progress: Discounted Midweek Lessons
Take advantage of private lesson discounts Monday–Thursday on select dates this season. Prices start at $79 for a 1-hour lesson. Call 209-753-2301 x619 or email lessons@bearvalley.com to book.
Senior Ski Clinics
Join us for a Senior Ski Clinic, designed for intermediate and advanced skiers aged 65 and up. Led by longtime Bear Valley instructor Rich LeBlanc, a PSIA/AASI-certified professional, each two-hour clinic is tailored to the abilities, goals, and needs of participants.
Whether you're looking to refine a skill, improve technique, explore new terrain, or connect with fellow skiers, these clinics offer a great opportunity to enhance your time on the mountain.
There is no minimum or maximum number of participants—if one person signs up, the clinic will take place.
Clinic Dates:
Friday, February 28
Friday, March 14
Friday, March 28
Schedule:
9:00 AM – Meet in the cafeteria for complimentary coffee, tea, and pastries
9:30 AM – Head out on the snow
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM - Clinic
Cost:$55 per clinic (Lift ticket not included)
For reservations or more information, contact Erin O’Brien at (209) 753-2301 or erino@bearvalley.com. You can also inquire in person at our lesson counter.
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